Looking for a advice

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1. Paulla Fetzek, MSEdNovember 19,2025 at 1:51PM UTC

   Hi there.

   First, I will say that I'm fortunate to have a full-time job which I've been at for over 22 years.

   But I very much need to find a second one. Where I live, property taxes alone are pushing me to my edge. Coupled with other things like medical expenses.

   I feel you on this one. I finished my Masters in Sept 2024 and I've been trying to find a job teaching (that's where my degrees are). It's brutal. I have over 100 applications out, only 2 call backs (neither resulted in a job offer), over 40 rejections, and the rest have ghosted.

   Approaching the holidays doesn't help. I'm not going to sugar-coat and say everything's going to be all right. But I will commend you for continuing to push. There's a job out there that needs and deserves your talent. I hope you find it soon.

   All the best...

2. AnonymousNovember 19,2025 at 1:59PM UTC

   Hi,

   Have you considered teaching special education? I work in a private school for LD students, and the demand is great since the turnover is high.

3. AnonymousNovember 24,2025 at 1:31PM UTC

   Have you thought about teaching online???

4. Susan Grant-SuttieNovember 19,2025 at 2:19PM UTC

   You will get there. We hear you.

5. Maria FeltonNovember 19,2025 at 2:39PM UTC

   Hi Khushi,

   I hope this text finds you well. I pray that you start seeing a light at the end of the tunnel. My understanding is that you been going to interviews and not been selected. Have you thought about getting a coach to help you identify what can be the issue. I know that you been applying in different platforms maybe you can go to LinkedIn if you haven't done so and apply for positions through there. If you need further assistance I can be reach at maria.array@gmail.com.

   I hope all your dreams and wishes are fulfilled.

6. AnonymousNovember 19,2025 at 5:34PM UTC

   I am in a similar position. I have been out of work since the 1st of July. Hundreds of applications, finally landed several interviews, resulting in the next round of rejections. It appears things have turned a corner for me. What has helped me the most is using my network to find the right fit for me, get real feedback to the hiring manager, and every failure resulted in learning. What to do differently next time around. It appears that I have landed a wonderful job, as I have accepted an offer. You are reaching a tough time of the year. Consider temp/seasonal work to get you by, and use your network, even people that you aren't really close. They can help you. Try to stay positive. Lean on friends and family when needed. Wishing you the best. I certainly went through highs and lows through my extended time. This was a first for me. If you are getting the interviews, then it is just a matter of time for landing one.

7. AnonymousNovember 19,2025 at 5:42PM UTC

   It is a ridiculously tough time to get a job. If you have had your resume reviewed, you customize it with the right keywords and tailor it to each job, prepare well for interviews and look the part, all you can do is all you can do. Keep going; no matter how many rejections you get, it only takes one yes to turn it around. Be sure to network as much as you possibly can and make sure that anyone who knows and likes you realizes that you're looking for work.

8. AnonymousNovember 20,2025 at 4:24PM UTC

   It's a tough market all the way around so try to balance your efforts with work in other areas of your life. You will benefit from your completing your personal projects as you struggle finding work.

9. AnonymousNovember 20,2025 at 5:08PM UTC

   Hi Khushi-I understand all too well. I lost my job in June after19 years of service. I was devastated!!.I decided to rest and reset before I beginning my job search, not sure if that was the best idea as the job market in my area has steadily declined. I have submitted countless resumes and application. I received equal amount of rejections and a handful of interviews. I’ve used ATS scanners to help indicate key words for positions. It has becoming daunting and borderline depressing . Some days were better than others.

   On days when I wasn’t sure how I would manage to keep going or even trying, I took a moment to meditate and pray. I volunteered when and where I could - I met some amazing people volunteering, even a few potential friends. It became a source of networking. I met a principal who helped me to become a substitute teacher at her school. I never thought to apply to teach or even become a substitute teacher .

   Step out of your comfort zone, stretch yourself, meet someone new give it a try and you never know what you might achieve. This is a new day and age. We have to do find employment differently today.

   Good luck and don’t give up- better is coming!

10. AnonymousNovember 22,2025 at 1:54PM UTC

    It's been very hard. I'm a tech writer and it's been super dry. I was laid off in February. 3/4 of my training team was laid off. This is also my third layoff since 2008. I'm close to retirement age and have felt so dejected. However, it's getting very lively right now. I've gotten a bunch of jobs, recruiters, and interviews come my way lately. I think companies are realizing, "Shoot, we laid off all these people and the work isn't getting done." Sometimes you need to regroup. Take a week away from your job search, and rework your resume. Sometimes you need it fresh.

    Good luck! I know your job is coming; in fact, I bet you'll have your choice of jobs soon.

11. OLIVIA JOHNSONNovember 23,2025 at 1:48AM UTC

    Hi there!

    This is a different market, however I am please to hear that you are getting to the stage of having interviews. This is actually a better position than you may think.

    I always say if it's not broken don't fix it. So, let's break down where the break down occurs and focus in on that.

    First, the pluses and areas to NOT change.

    • You have managed to surpass the application process which means that you have a resume that is applicable to the roles you are applying to.
    • Your application is surpassing the AI/ATS systems and floating to the top for call back. And,
    • You are receiving calls for interviews.

    Now let's look at where the focus needs to be. Here are a few questions to help you assess;

    • Are you able to get call backs after first interviews? (This may be a screening call or an initial HR interview.)
    • Are you able to surpass 2nd Round Interviews? (This may be with internal HR or a Hiring Manager)
    • Have you made it all the way to a final/3rd Round interview? (This can be with any of the above but in most cases an Executive.) This would mean that you make it all the way to the final decision.

    Once you are able to determine which stage you are most commonly not making it beyond, now you can hone in on what you need to work on. Each stage of an interview requires preparation and a different perspective for your interview. i.e. screening calls are usually short and require concise responses, HR interviews require preparation of behavioral style responses, Hiring Manager interviews may require more technical/operational preparation and Executive interviews require more of a fit management/conversational approach.

    I would recommend taking a look at some The Muse articles to help you once you have determined where you need to focus in on or reach out to a Coach for more customized help.

    https://www.themuse.com/advice/interviewing

    I hope this helps.

    Coach Olivia

12. Nancy BauerNovember 29,2025 at 8:04PM UTC

    Let go this past April after seven years. So far I've made nearly 200 applications and over 150 networking conversations / connections. It's a tough market for sure. I've had a few first round interviews and got an offer for full-time work this past September. That offer was rescinded when the company closed all open positions (thanks, tariffs!) In the meantime I've picked up a couple small pieces of contract / part-time work. These are interesting but nowhere near enough hours to pay the bills.

    I've been through down markets before, but this time it's different. Businesses (of any size) can't plan with this much uncertainty and confusion. No one knows for sure what impact AI is going to have - and I'm older, so there's that.

    Long story short I feel your pain. I'm trying to take it one day at a time and not worry too much about things I can't control. If it helps, you're not alone. It IS exhausting and it does hit hard.

    Thinking of you.

13. UrszulaDecember 7,2025 at 5:29PM UTC

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